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Index to Departments Courses 
* Business
* English
* Fine Arts
* Foreign Language
* Home Economics
* Industrial Technology
* Mathematics
* Miscellaneous
* Performing Arts
* Science
* Social Studies

 
Department of Business Education
 
CAREER PLANNING I  Required (X) CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective () UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Career Planning introduces students to the world of work and  the many career opportunities available in today's market place. The goals of this course are to teach students how to choose and plan a career and to teach students some of the realities of work.   These skills will be developed through guest speakers, lectures, role play, career research, and career interest tests.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11,12 LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
KEYBOARDING I  Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Fundamental skills in keyboarding are developed.  Units covered include typewriter/computer operation, keyboard techniques, centering, tabulation, letters, manuscripts.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Year OR 1 Semester
 
BUSINESS SKILLS I-IV Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Business Skills is a comprehensive course emphasizing the communication and computational skills, general office procedures, and economic concepts that are essential for success in business.  Develop personal career plan.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year 
 
PRESENTATION SKILLS I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Course content relates to communication skills: presentation, oral reports for a variety of business situations, telephone communication, intercultural communications, listening and recording skills, and sales presentations for various retail consumer products. Employment interview skills: build oral communication skills in a noncompetitive nurturing environment.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
BUSINESS MATHEMATICS II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Completion of General Math or equivalent
The basic skills and knowledge required to conduct the mathematics of business are studied.  Mathematical concepts are covered in relation to business problems and business vocabulary.                                                             Can be used to make-up 1 year of a failed Math graduation requirement.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Year Above competency level
 
BUSINESS LAW I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course covers legal terms, rights and responsibilities.  Both business and personal aspects of civil law will be investigated.   Relevant court cases will be examined, and a mock trial will be conducted.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Marketing I
 
MARKETING I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course will develop students' skills in understanding the selling process, advertising, pricing, distributing and customer behavior.  Students will gain skills in applying basic entrepreneurship, product research, analyzing consumer trends, product distribution, product promotion, and advertising.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: 1 semester Keyboarding or instructor's approval
Through the use of computer applications software and textbook resources, students learn how information systems are integrated and interrelated.  Units covered include Data Base Management, Electronic Mail, Electronic Spreadsheets, Telecommunications, adaptability to technological changes, and more.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
The student will understand administrative functions and processes that contribute to the achievement of the goals of the individual and the organization.  The students will perceive alternative administrative theories that are used to establish organizational policy.
GRADES: 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
ACADEMY ACCOUNTING I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students will understand basic accounting principles and procedures.  Students will understand how to apply a variety of calculating skills in business situations.  Students will prepare and maintain accounting records.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
Department of English
ENGLISH I Required (X) CSU ()* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC ()* none
PREREQUISITES: None
Freshmen begin to focus their writing on the literature they are studying.  The core literature includes Romeo and Juliet and To Kill a Mockingbird.  In addition to the core literature, students will be exposed to a variety of literary works.  The writing emphasis is on essays.
GRADE: 9 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ENGLISH II Required (X) CSU ()* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC ()* none
PREREQUISITES: None
Sophomores continue to broaden their writing skills and have the opportunity to take the District Writing Sample. The core literature includes Antigone, and Lord of the Flies. Students will improve their ability to comprehend and analyze a variety of literary forms in addition to the 10th grade core literature.
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ENGLISH III Required (X) CSU ()* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC ()* none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students will study major periods and themes in American Literature.  The core literature includes Our Town and Of Mice and Men.  Critical essays will be written based on readings and discussions. Vocabulary will be developed through the literature studied.
GRADE: 11  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AP ENGLISH COMPOSITION Required () CSU ()* Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC ()* none
PREREQUISITES: GATE coordinator approval
A literature-based course which develops writing and critical thinking skills through intensive study of language in its functionally communicative capacities and its artistic and creative attainments.  Students will study journalism, nonfiction, and fiction to prepare them to pass the English Language and Composition Advanced Placement Exam.
Meets junior English requirement; seniors may enroll for elective credit
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
ENGLISH IV Required (X) CSU ()* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC ()* none
PREREQUISITES: None
The literature emphasis for seniors is British and World literature.  Core literature includes Macbeth and The Stranger. Writing skills will be enhanced. Students will practice higher levels of critical thinking.
GRADE: 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AC ENGLISH IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is designed specifically to meet all English core literature and curriculum requirements for the senior year. Whenever appropriate, assignments in this course will be linked to advanced courses in Business and Industrial Technology.
Must be taken concurrently with Tech Prep curricula.
GRADE: 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
CREATIVE WRITING II/III Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Passing grade in English
Students will learn to develop their creative expression through writing that makes sense of the world, weighs ideas, explores values, invents voices, styles, and personae; and tests these developing skills through communicating with others, sharing writing, and exchanging responses.  The writing process will be developed individually and through peer group writing.   Students will learn principles in their own writing, how to develop techniques for effective response, and how to generate creative ideas.  Students will learn how to use computers for editing and revision of their writing and for information gathering and idea sharing.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPEECH I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Speech is an introduction to the variables determining communication behavior.  The theory and practice of speech organization, composition, delivery and use of research material are integral parts of the class.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
Department of Fine Arts
ART COLOR I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Basic art principles and techniques are studied.  Units covered include composition and design, color theory, painting techniques and lettering.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Art Structure I
 
ART STRUCTURE I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Basic art principles and techniques are studied.  Units covered include shading techniques, study of form, perspective, landscape, figure and portrait drawing.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Art Color I 
 
CERAMIC HAND I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Basic techniques in the use of clay and glazes in the making of hand built pottery are emphasized. Units covered include slab, coil, pinch, and combination methods.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Ceramic Wheel I
 
CERAMIC WHEEL I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Emphasis is on basic techniques in the use of clay and glazes in the making of wheel thrown pottery. Units covered include cylindrical bowl, vase, pitcher, and bottle forms plus lidded containers and combination sectionals.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Ceramic Hand I
 
CERAMIC GLAZE  Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
TECHNIQUES II Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Ceramic Hand Building I and Ceramic Wheel Techniques I with B grade.
The class covers the more technical aspect of working with clay, glazes, and firing, with emphasis on decorative techniques.  Units covered include specific techniques, possibilities and limitations involving wheel throwing, hand building, glaze calculation, and application.
Offered in the FALL ONLY May be repeated for a total of 10 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Ceramic Mold II
 
CERAMIC MOLD II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: B grade or better in both Ceramic Hand I and Ceramic Wheel I
Student must be capable of and willing to work independently on projects of his/her choosing. He/she will be expected to work for a higher quality of craftsmanship that incorporates knowledge of decorating and firing techniques learned in previous classes. 
May be repeated for a total of 10 credits. Offered in the SPRING ONLY.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Ceramic Glaze Tech II
 
SCULPTURE MODELING I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
This is an introduction to basic sculpturing techniques and materials.  Units include basic drawing skills, construction of a maquette or miniature, slab construction, construction of wire skeletons, and work with paper mache.  Offered in the FALL ONLY. 
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Sculpture Design I
 
SCULPTURE DESIGN I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
There is further development of basic sculpture techniques.  Slab construction is used for animal shapes; shallow sculpture (or bas relief) is used to create self portraits.  Additive and subtractive techniques are explored. 
Offered in the SPRING ONLY.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Sculpture Modeling I
 
SCULPTURE II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Sculpture Modeling I and Sculpture Design I
Projects are developed to further the student's skills in the area.  Units covered include, in addition to practical experiences, studies of sculpture, architectural sculpture, industrial techniques, i.e. welding and forging the craft techniques related to sculpture.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: 
Sculpture II
 
ART HISTORY I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
A Visual Fine Arts course designed for the college bound student.  The content covers the historical aspects of the visual arts including cultural and stylistic trends.  Studio experience is included.  With an emphasis on critical thinking, museum visits will be made and writing will be done. May enter mid-year.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
WATERCOLOR PAINTING II/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I and Art Structure I
This is a course in which the transparent water color medium is used to develop some advanced approaches to painting. New ways of achieving color effects and mixtures are explored, as are various ways of developing technique.
May be repeated for a total of 20 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DRAWING II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I and Art Structure I
Drawing skills and techniques are developed. Units include shading techniques, study of form, composition, figure and portrait study, imaginative drawing concepts, and perspective.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DRAWING III Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I, Art Structure I, and Drawing II
Advanced skills in drawing are developed. Units include techniques in negative drawing, ink techniques and washes, colored pencil shading, portrait series and mixed media.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
PAINTING III/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I, Art Structure I, and Painting II
Advanced skills in painting are developed.   Units include brush techniques, transparent watercolor wash, mural painting, and abstraction.
May be repeated for a maximum of 20 credits total.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
LETTERING and POSTER  Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
DESIGN II Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I and Art Structure I
Lettering skills and techniques are included using a variety of fill in letter styles and calligraphy, poster layout is covered as graphic design.
Offered in the FALL ONLY. May be repeated for a total of 10 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: Advertising Design II
 
ADVERTISING DESIGN II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I and Art Structure I
The application of art principles and techniques to the commercial field of visual communication is stressed.  Among the areas covered are magazine, newspaper, fashion, package and book illustration.                                                                                                                       Offered in the SPRING ONLY. May be repeated for a total of 10 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester May be linked to: Lettering and Poster Design II
 
REPRESENTATION and  Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
IMAGINATION DRAWING II Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Art Color I and Art Structure I
The motivation for the course is the necessity for a balance between technical development and imaginative exploration.   Representational drawing as well as more random drawing methods can provide source materials to initiate more personal visual narratives.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
Department Of Performing Arts
CHORUS I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students learn a variety of choral music with an emphasis on reading from choral octavo and learning basic music theory and vocal technique. 
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CONCERT CHOIR I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students learn a variety of choral music with at least three parts.  Repertoire is at an intermediate and advanced level.  Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA to continue eligibility to perform.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CHAMBER SINGERS I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Previous experience in a choral group.  Teacher approval and maintenance of a 2.0+ GPA for eligibility
Students learn a variety of choral music in at least four parts.  This choir is the main performing choral group.  Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA to continue eligibility to perform.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DRAMA I & II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Emphasis on performing pantomimes, skits, and scenes from plays.  Performance skills emphasized: memorization, blocking, articulation, projection, staying in character.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
DRAMA III\IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: At least one semester of Beginning Drama and teacher approval
Students are involved in the production of a play and its presentation for audiences.  Rehearsals occur during class and after school.  Must maintain a 2.0 GPA for eligibility.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
PIANO I/II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students learn beginning piano and music theory.  Emphasis is on a supervised daily practice in the classroom.  Piano provided in class.  Students must provide own headphones.
Not offered every year.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
MARCHING BAND I/IV Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () *$50.00
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval and 2.0 GPA for performance eligibility
The members of the marching band perform at all football games, tournaments and community performances.  The marching band is the advanced instrumental unit.  It is suggested that students also enroll in brass band, woodwind or percussion band.
*Uniform Maintenance Fee. May be repeated for credit. Offered in the FALL ONLY.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12 LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
COLOR GUARD I/IV Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval and 2.0 GPA for performance eligibility
The color guard prepares and performs routines with the marching band at football halftimes, competitions, parades, and stage performances.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CONCERT BAND I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval and 2.0+ GPA for eligibility
The concert band is the performing ensemble for second semester.  The concert band performs at the Holiday Fling, Spring Fling, 2,000 Concert and at Festival competitions.  It is suggested that students also enroll in brass band, woodwind band, or percussion band.
Offered in the SPRING ONLY. May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
BRASS BAND I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval
Students who have the ability to play the trumpet, horn, trombone, baritone or tuba should sign up for this class. Strong emphasis will be given to individual and sectional improvement.  Suggested to be taken concurrently with marching band (semester 1) and concert band (semester 2). 
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
JAZZ BAND Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval
Introduction to various types of "stage" music through listening and sight reading.  Study of rhythms through playing of various types of music.   Basic theory, chord structure, background to improvisation.  Play at various group meetings, etc.
May be repeated credit.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
WOODWIND II/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval
Students who have the ability to play the flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone or bassoon should sign up for this class.  Strong emphasis will be given to individual and sectional improvement.  Suggested to be taken concurrently with marching band (semester 1) and concert band (semester 2).                                                                                                                           May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
PERCUSSION II/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval
Students who have ability to play drums, mallets (zylophone, bells, etc.) but not piano, should sign up for this class.  Strong emphasis will be given to individual and sectional improvement.  Suggested to be taken concurrently with marching band (semester 1) and concert band (semester 2).
May be repeated for credit.

May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
ORCHESTRA I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval and 2.0+ GPA for eligibility
Classroom activities will concentrate on playing the violin, viola, cello and string bass.  Studying different styles of music in addition to notation will be stressed.  Performance will be the goal of this class.  Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA to be eligible to perform.
Not offered every semester. May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
BACH TO ROCK I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
A survey of music from 1685 to the present.  All the major areas of music will be studied as well as orchestra instruments and a look at popular music.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DANCE FUNDAMENTALS I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students will explore Ballet, Jazz, and Modern Dance.  Students will need a form fitting leotard and tights without feet.  New dances are taught each semester.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CHOREOGRAPHY DANCE Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
PRODUCTION II/IV Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Permission of instructor and 2.0+ GPA for performance eligibility
This class will review all styles of dance, introduced in Dance Fundamentals.  Intermediate level Ballet, Jazz, and Modern routines will be presented.  Creative choreography by students will be stressed..  Performances and after school rehearsals are required.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DANCE COMPANY TEAM I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Permission of instructor and 2.0+ GPA for performance eligibility
This class will introduce a new advanced combination of Ballet, Jazz and Modern Dance each semester.  The study of choreography will be stressed.  Dance ideas from famous choreographers will be studied and used in dances created for performance.  After school rehearsals, and performances are required.                                                                                             May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12 and 
2nd semester for grade 9
LENGTH: 1 Year
 
TECHNICAL THEATER I/IV Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher recommendation
This class is for the non-performer as well as the performer.  All aspects of the theater production process will be studied with an emphasis on the non performing elements. 
May be repeated for 30 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
Department of Foreign Language
ELD II-A (English Language Required () CSU () Lab Fee
Development) Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: English placement test.  (Taken concurrently with ELD Reading I and ELD Life Skills I.)
This course is designed to introduce non-English speaking students to the language and culture of the U.S.A.  Oral English language communication is stressed.  Students will be introduced to the basic structures of the English language, with an emphasis on helping students succeed in school. 
This course meets 1 year of the graduation requirement of English. May be repeated for elective credit up to 20 credits total.
This course meets 1 year of the graduation requirement of English. May be repeated for elective credit up to 20 credits total.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year (4 quarters, final grade given each quarter)
 
ELD READING II-A Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: English Language Placement test.  (Concurrent enrollment in ELD I and ELD Life Skills.)
This class is designed as a compliment to ELD I.  The students are introduced to a large English vocabulary.  English oral communication is stressed as well as an introduction to basic reading and writing skills.
May be repeated for elective credit. May be repeated for elective credits up to 20 credits total.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year (4 quarters, final grade given each quarter)
 
ELD II-B Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Passing grade in ELD I classes + teacher recommendation or Language Placement Test.
This course is designed to expand the student's use of English in an academic setting with an emphasis on written and oral communication.  Students will continue to study the basic structures of the English language.  They will develop interpersonal communications skills as well as cognitive and academic skills.  Students should also enroll in ELD Reading II. Meets 1 year graduation requirement in English.
May be repeated for elective credit, up to 20 credits total.
May be repeated for elective credit, up to 20 credits total.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year (4 quarters, final grade given each quarter)
 
ELB READING II-B Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Passing grade in ELD Reading I and teacher recommendation or English Placement Test.
The goal of this course is to instill in the ELD student a desire to read English-language text and a lifelong love of reading.  Students will be exposed to both fictional and non-fictional materials, including newspaper and magazine areticles, prose, poetry, essays, short stories, and novels, including intensive vocabulary development.  Concrete reading skills associated with reading proficiency will be learned.  Taken concurrently with ELD II.                                                                                                                                                       May be repeated for credit up to 20 credits total.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year (4 quarters, final grade given each quarter)
 
ELD III Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Passing grade in ELD II and teacher recommendation, or language Placement Test.
The use of English in an academic setting is emphasized.  Literature is used as the basis for assignments to improove reading, writing, speaking, listening and thinking skills.  Meets 1 year of the graduation requirement in English.  Must be taken with appropriate grade-level English course.
May be repeated for elective credit up to 20 credits total. 
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year (4 quarters, final grade given each quarter)
 
FRENCH I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
This introductory course is for students who wish to use French as a means to communicate in the areas of listening, speaking, reading and writing.  Students also study the history and culture of the many French speaking areas of the world.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
FRENCH II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: French I or equivalent with C or better
This high novice level course enables students to strengthen their ability to understand and use French for communication in increasingly more advanced structures.  Students continue to expand their knowledge and understanding of French culture.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
FRENCH III Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: French II or equivalent with C or better
This course is for students who wish to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner at an intermediate level.  Students continue to develop all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AP FRENCH Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: French III or equivalent with C or better
This advanced level course continues the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.  An emphasis is placed on the specific skills necessary to achieve a passing score on the AP Exam in French language.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPANISH I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students learn to listen, understand, and respond to simple questions.  Grammatical constructions are presented within a communicative framework.  Written and oral communication in Spanish are taught.  Aspects of Hispanic culture are highlighted in each lesson.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPANISH II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Spanish I or equivalent with C or better or teacher approval
The work of the previous year is reviewed with an expansion of vocabulary.  Students will strengthen their ability to understand and use Spanish for communication.  The culture of the Hispanic world will continue to be studied.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPANISH III Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Spanish II or equivalent with C or better 
This course teaches culture, receptive skills, and productive skills.  Communication in Spanish is the main objective of the course.  Students spend approximately fifty percent (50%) of each instructional period participating in communication activities that promote the use and development of the language skills.  Grammar is taught with an emphasis placed on the subjunctive mood and its uses.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AP SPANISH Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Spanish III with C or better and/or teacher recommendation
This course teaches culture, receptive skills, and productive skills.  More advanced communication in Spanish is the main objective of the course.  In this course grammar is also reviewed and more emphasis is placed on correct usage in writing and speaking so that the student may achieve a passing score on the Advanced Placement Exam in Spanish language.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AP SPANISH LITERATURE Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Spanish III with C or better and/or teacher recommendation
This course presents an in-depth view of 5 Spanish language writers, their lives and literary works.  Emphasis is placed on reading comprehension, literary analysis and composistion so that students may achieve a passing score on the advanced placement exam in Spanish literature.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPANISH II S Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Oral fluency in Spanish and some ability to read and write Spanish
This course emphasizes the use of standard Spanish in oral and written communication and the development of critical thinking skills.  Students will learn grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and composition and will be introduced to literature of the Spanish speaking world.
Formerly called Spanish for Spanish Speakers.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
SPANISH III S Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Spanish II S or oral fluency in Spanish and language placement test or teacher recommendation.
This course will help the student expand his/her reading and writing skills using standard Spanish.  Literature of the Spanish speaking world is used as the basis for oral discussion, vocabulary enrichment and for writing assignments.  Successful students may enter AP Spanish the following year.
Formerly called Spanish for Spanish Speakers.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
Students with normal hearing will be introduced to modes of manual communication utilized by deaf/hard of hearing people.  The focus of this course will be to familiarize students with aspects of deafness and to acquire basic signing and fingerspelling skills using American Sign Language.  Students will also be introduced to the deaf culture.  The second semester in the series will offer a more in-depth study of deafness and continue to further develop signing proficiency and vocabulary.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: American Sign Language I
Students will review American Sign Language vocabulary and structure and increase sign vocabulary.  Will focus on conversational skills, dialogues and short narratives. (Will attend a function for/by the deaf.)  With 1 year of American Sign Language 1, it meets the 2 year minimum foreign language requirement for the U.C. system.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
Department of Home Economics
FOODS AND NUTRITION I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Basic food preparation skills are taught with lab experiences that include quick breads, yeast breads, milk and cheese dishes, fruits and vegetables, salads, meats and desserts. This course also focuses on nutrition, safety, sanitation, measuring, and the use of the microwave and other kitchen equipment.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
FOODS AND NUTRITION II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Foods and Nutrition I with C grade or better, or teacher approval
Food preparation with emphasis on planning attractive and nutritional meals.  Lab experiences include the preparation of breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.  This course also focuses on food shopping skills, nutrition and the diet.
Offered in the SPRING ONLY.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CREATIVE FOODS III Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Food and Nutrition II with C grade or better, or teacher approval
An advanced course in food preparation with emphasis in planning creative meals for special occasions with traditional, cultural, and entertaining foods.  This course also focuses on food shopping skills, nutrition and the diet.
Not offered every semester.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CHILD DEVELOPMENT I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
An in-depth study of family planning, preparation for parenthood, and pregnancy.  Prepares students to understand the physical, mental, emotional, and social development of young children, newborn through the first year; includes the care, health, and safety of the child.
Offered in the FALL ONLY.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
CHILD CARE LAB I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Completion of Child Development I is highly recommended
An in-depth study of children from ages 2-10 years old and the importance of their relationships within the family.  Prepares students to understand the physical, mental, emotional, social, and moral development of children.  Students experience a three week playschool, observing and guiding young children in play activities.                                                                                  Offered in the SPRING ONLY.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
PARENTING SKILLS I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Child Development, Child Care Lab, and/or Family Living recommended
This course is designed for students who may want to be parents someday, or who may just want to have satisfying interactions with other people's children.  This course helps students to recognize children's stages of development and to realize how parents' roles change as their children grow.  The interactions between parents and children are powerful influences in children's development and on parents' attitudes and behaviors.  Interactions that are enjoyable, supportive, encouraging, and rewarding are promoted.  Many contemporary parenting concerns are addressed, ranging from child abuse to substitute care to children's education.                                                                                                                                       May not be offered every semester.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
Department of Industrial Technology
WOOD TECHNOLOGY I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $12.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
The basic techniques, principles, and skills of working with wood on power equipment are studied and practiced.  Units covered include care and use of equipment, safety, selection of woods and materials, project design, and finishing.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
WOOD TECHNOLOGY II & III Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () Varies
PREREQUISITES: Wood Technology I
Advanced skills of woodworking are further developed and more advanced techniques explored.  Units covered include construction methods, materials, finishes and their application, modern design and a study of wood products and fabrication.  Emphasizes furniture construction and design.
May be repeated for up to a total of 30 credits.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ROP CABINETMAKING Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Minimum age 16 years old or third year in high school, also 1 semester of Wood Technology.
This course is offered through Baldy View ROP on the Chaffey High School campus. This is a 2-hour course offered daily. The Career Center has information and handles enrollment.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
METAL MANUFACTURING I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $7.50 
PREREQUISITES: None
The techniques and skills required to work with metal are introduced.  Units covered include art metal, machine shop practice, sheet metal, heat treating, welding, forging, and metal casting.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
METAL MANUFACTURING II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Metal Manufacturing I or Machine Tool Manufacturing I
This is a second year metal working course designed to give the students a more in-depth understanding of metal working processes.  Areas covered will include:  Layout, sheet metal, machining, foundry, and welding.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
METAL MANUFACTURING III Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Metal Manufacturing II
Metal Manufacturing III is an advanced course in which the student uses the scientific method of problem solving as he/she studies, designs, plans, and produces products in metal.  Career and skill preparedness will be stressed to refine the saleable skills of the student.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ROP MANUFACTURING Required () CSU () Lab Fee
TECHNOLOGY Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Minimum age 16 years old or third year in high school, also Metal Manufacturing I or Machine Tool Manufacturing I with a grade of C or better
This course is intended to prepare students for the rapidly changing needs of industry in the diverse manufacturing fields.  Areas of study will include computer numerical controlled machine tool programming, set-up, and operation.  Emphasis given to career opportunities in the computer-aided manufacturing fields. This is a 2-hour course offered daily. The Career Center has information and handles enrollment.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
MACHINE TOOL  Required () CSU () Lab Fee
MANUFACTURING I Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
An introduction is made to the skills and techniques required in the operation of machine tools.  Units covered include measurements, formulas and tables, bench and hand tools, materials and layouts, and the operation of machine tools.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
MACHINE TOOL  Required () CSU () Lab Fee
MANUFACTURING II/IV Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Machine Tool Manufacturing I
Units include blueprint reading, project design, precision measurement, material applications and layout.  Included are advanced operations with the lathe, vertical and horizontal milling machines, and shaper.  Special emphasis given to computer aided machining/manufacturing.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
DRAFTING FUNDAMENTALS I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
The basic skills and techniques needed for the production of working drawings are introduced and practiced.  Units covered include instrument techniques, lettering, freehand drawing, alphabet of lines, dimensioning, sectioning, auxiliary views, pictorial drawing and sheet metal layouts.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
DRAFTING II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $5.00 
PREREQUISITES: Drafting I
The basic techniques and skills of drafting are refined and advanced.  Units covered include technical illustration, auxiliary views, pattern development, detail and assembly drawings of machine parts, fasteners, map drawings, and furniture drawings.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AUTO TECHNOLOGY I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: None
Through laboratory and live work, the student is taught the basic theories and processes of automobile operation.  Units covered include carburation, electrical system, cooling system, suspension systems, engines, power train, brakes, tune-up, tires, and lubrication.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
VOCATIONAL AUTO II A & B Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () $10.00 
PREREQUISITES: Auto I
The skills and techniques of the basic course are developed to the level of vocational competency.  Units covered are the same as in the basic course but the emphasis is on live work. This is a 2-hour course offered daily. May be repeated for a maximum of 40 credits.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
Department of Mathematics
COMPETENCY MATH Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Open to students who have not passed district Math Competency test.
This course is designed to help the student overcome deficiencies in the basic operations with whole numbers, mixed numbers and common fractions.  Percentage problems, basic units of measure, and consumer arithmetic will be studied.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
MATH A Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is designed to help the student overcome deficiencies.  Emphasis is on applications and active participation in measurement, geometry, statistics and probability, and introductory algebra.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Bleow Competency
 
ALGEBRA A, B, C Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
This is a three semester course which covers the same content as Algebra I - Prep.  The course includes algebraic functions such as graphing, linear and quadratic equations, exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring and rational expressions.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 3 Semesters Above Competency
 
ALGEBRA I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: C or better in Math A or teacher recommendation
This course includes algebraic functions such as graphing, linear and quadratic equations, exponents, radicals, polynomials, factoring and rational expressions.
Honors level is also offered. An Algebra I SH (sheltered) will be offered.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Above Competency
 
GEOMETRY Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Algebra I (with C or better recommended)
This course covers plane geometry with emphasis on deductive reasoning.  Proportions and relations of lines, angles, planes, polygons, congruent figures, similar figures, circles, and coordinate systems will be explored.
Honors level is also offered.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Above Competency
 
ALGEBRA II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: C or better in Algebra I, (geometry recommended)
Expands and advances the fundamental principles of beginning algebra.  Units covered include work with exponents, radicals, vectors, rectangular and polar coordinates, systems of equations, and applications in the areas of chemistry and physics.
Honors level is also offered.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Above Competency
 
PRE-CALCULUS Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Algebra II and Geometry
A combined course in analytical geometry and trigonometry.  Linear relations, functions, theory of equations, matrices, vectors, exponential and logarithmic functions, sines and cosines, polar coordinates, and the basic concepts of limits are included.
Honors level is also offered.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Above Competency
 
A.P. CALCULUS Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Pre-Calculus
A course in differential and integral calculus.  Elementary functions, limits, graphs, derivatives, applications of the derivatives, antiderivatives, techniques of integration, definite integral and applications.  A student passing the AP exam will earn college credit at most colleges.
GRADES: 12  LENGTH: 1 Year Above Competency
 
Miscellaneous Courses
STUDENT COUNCIL Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Elected to ASB/Class Office or Instructor permission
The class is concerned with the planning of all the activities of the ASB (Associated Student Body).  These activities include implementing the ASB budget, planning school activities and rallies, supervising all fund raising activities, and the running of the student store.
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
YEARBOOK Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Instructor's permission
This class is mainly concerned with the production and publication of our school yearbook, the FASTI.  Students must have enough time and academic stability to assume this responsibility.  Students plan page layouts, write descriptive copy, and work in harmony with other staff members. 
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
PEP SQUAD Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Instructor's permission, 2.5+ GPA to try out; 2.0+ GPA maintained through term
In PEP squad, students rehearse and prepare daily for performance (cheers, dance routines) at school rallies and athletic events, as well as local spirit competitions. Squad members also volunteer time in the student store.                                                                                               May be repeated for maximum 35 credits.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
WORK EXPERIENCE Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: At least 16 years old, social security number, and employed.
The class encompasses school supervised employment in the community.  If you can come to one weekly Work Experience meeting and maintain attendance in school, you can earn up to 10 credits per semester.  Grades, (Pass/Fail).  Must complete required forms and return to Work Experience Office for enrollment (in the Career Center, South Hall 26).  Credits earned depend on all of the above. 
May be repeated for credit.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
OFFICE ASSISTANT I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: 2.0+ GPA last report card and 90% attendance.
Students may be assigned to the library, health office, guidance office, or administrative offices.  Students experience various office skills and applications.  Student may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant, Office Assistant, or Tutorial Specialist class per semester.
Only 10 credits may be earned in this category.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
OFFICE SPECIALIST II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher/Office Assistant I, 2.0+ GPA last report card and 90% attendance
Students further develop skills in the library, health office, guidance office, or administrative offices.  Students experience various office skills and applications.  Students may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant, Office Assistant, or Tutorial Specialist class per semester.
Only 10 credits may be earned in this category.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
TEACHER ASSISTANT I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval, 2.0+ GPA* last report card and 90% attendance
Students may be assigned to assist teachers in classroom or shops and may work in developing classroom materials, demonstrations, and acting as shop assistants or lab technicians.  Student may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant, Office Assistant, or Tutorial Specialist class per semester.
*2.0 GPA last report card OR recent grade of B in that department. Only 10 credits may be earned in this category.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
TEACHER SPECIALIST II Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher/Office Assistant I, teacher approval, 2.0+ GPA and 90% attendance
Students may be assigned to assist teachers in classroom or shops and may work in developing classroom materials, demonstrations, and acting as shop assistants or lab technicians.  Student may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant, Office Assistant, or Tutorial Specialist class per semester.
*2.0 GPA last report card OR recent grade of B in that department. Only 10 credits may be earned in this category.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
STUDENT STORE ASSISTANT I Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Instructor's approval, 2.0+ GPA last report card and 90% attendance
This class concerns itself with all phases of running the student store on the Chaffey High School campus.  Students become familiar with the stocking of supplies, counting money, taking inventory, rolling coin, and learning the day-to-day operation of a retail sales business.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
TUTORIAL ASSISTANT I or Required () CSU () Lab Fee
SPECIALIST II Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher approval, 2.0+ GPA* last report card and 90% attendance
Students will provide direct tutorial help to other students in a classroom setting.  Opportunities exist for students who have skills in translating, computer knowledge, or unlimited other areas.  Many tutorial specialists are needed in our ELD classes. Student may enroll in only one Teacher Assistant, Office Assistant, or Tutorial Specialist class per semester.
*2.0 GPA last report card OR recent grade of B in that department.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
DRIVER EDUCATION Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Minimum age - 15
Students will learn the basic rules of the road and the fundamentals of operating a motor vehicle under many different conditions.  Basic first aid, motorcycle and bike safety, motor vehicle code, and substance abuse are also covered.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
ROP Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: 16 years old or a junior in high school
Baldy View ROP is a cooperative enterprise of 4 school districts, offering training in entry level job skills in a variety of occupational areas.  Classroom instruction is combined with on-the-job training in areas such as cosmetology, police science, cabinetmaking, construction, floral design, residential wiring, photography, nursing, and more.
More information\enrollment forms available in South Hall 26. Variable Credit.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester or more
 
AVID Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Student must be enrolled in college prep curriculum (Algebra I or above) and possess average skills on standardized tests
AVID is a course that promotes student success in rigorous college prep curriculum.  The students are taught study and test-taking skills to facilitate greater success in all curricula.  The freshman and sophomore classes also learn critical thinking and debate skills.  Junior students practice and take the PSAT test and work on developing writing skills in a wide range of writing formats that foster higher levels of communication proficiency. Seniors are assisted in preparing for the SAT test as well as completing college applications and visiting college and university campuses.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 to 4 years
 
RENAISSANCE Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher Approval
This course will teach students to accomplish the initiation, maintenance, and enhancement of academic promotion program at CHS.  Students will learn to research, organize, fund and facilitate all aspect of promoting academic excellence in the classroom, on a school-wide basis, and in their community.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
CONFLICT RESOLUTION Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher Recommendations
Students learn techniques in Conflict Resolution.  Students are trained to mediate conflicts among peers.  Students learn valuable communication skills and explore prejudice issues that impact their community.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ACADEMIC DECATHLON I/1V Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Teacher Approval
This class will prepare the students to compete at the county Academic Decathlon competition in ten different areas:language, literature, fine arts, science, mathematics, social studies, economics, speech, interview, essay and super quiz.  The content for these areas will match the Academic Decathlon syllabus for that year.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
Department of Science
PHYSICAL/EARTH SCIENCE Required (X) CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is divided into two sections.  Physical Science concentrates on the physical principles governing the world around us, including force and motion of physical objects, electricity and magnetism, optics and chemistry.  Earth Science explores aspects of the earth including geology, oceanography, meteorology (the weather) and astronomy.  The metric system, study skills and laboratory skills are emphasized throughout the course.                                                                                       Meets graduation requirement in Physical Science.
*"P" and "H" levels meet college admission requirements.
GRADE: 9 LENGTH: 1 Year 
 
BIOLOGY Required (X) CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is a survey of the biological sciences.  It includes the origin of life, continuity of life, classification of living things, human biology, ecology and genetics.  In this hands-on, laboratory oriented course, students have the opportunity to work with such "tools" of the biologist as the microscope and dissection equipment.  Students can explore first hand the diversity of life from the variety of single-celled organisms found in a single drop of pond water to the more detailed structures of high forms of plant and animal life.                                                                               Satisfies the graduation requirement in biological science.
*"P" and "H" levels meet college admission requirements.
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
BIOLOGY SH Required (X) CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective () UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
This is a Biology especially for the limited English speaking student.  The content of the course is the same as the Biology course.
Satisfies the graduation requirement in biological science.
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AP BIOLOGY Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Honors Biology, Chemistry, or teacher approval
The goal of the AP Biology course is to provide a learning environment that enables students to develop a solid understanding of the principle concepts of biology.  The course will stress the basic facts and synthesis of these facts into major concepts and themes.  The students will be preparing for the AP examination in May.  Although not all students will take the exam all will be exposed to the goals of the AP exam and the expectation will be that all the students will take the exam.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
BIOTECHNIQUES Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Instructor's approval
Biotechniques is a course that is very unique to any high school campus.  The course consists of many "hands-on" activities ranging from simple anatomical drawings to in-depth dissections and bone articulations.  We will have the opportunity to enhance our knowledge of the structure and function of various organisms by utilizing prepared specimens.  As time permits we may also delve into the essence of life itself; the DNA molecule.  With the proper biological technique we can actually extract DNA in the elaboratory.  This highly organized course is adaptable to any current biological issues we may wish to explore.  This is a demanding, rigorous course which lends itself well to the highly motivated, independent student.                                                                  This course may not be offered every year.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
AEROSCIENCE Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None (Teacher approval required for 2nd semester entry)
This course is recommended for the average to above average student who has an interest in aviation.  The course is taught from a pilot's point of view and includes hands-on flight planning techniques including the use of aerial maps to plot courses and flight computers to determine such things as time, distance and fuel consumption.  Students have the opportunity to use a computer flight simulator program to practice take-offs, landings, acrobatics and instrument flight.  Aviation topics include:  aviation history, principles of flight, instrumentation, acrobatics and formation flying, weather, flight regulations, navigation and communications, flight physiology (how flying affects the body), aviation careers, and the impact aviation has had on society.        This course may not be offered every year.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ASTRONOMY I Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Algebra I, Physical Science and Earth Science with a grade of C or better
This course is a quantitative and qualitative study of the principles, processes and laws which govern the Universe.  This course includes laboratory and observational activities consistent with modern astronomical research.  It is a one semester course which partially satisfies the University of California "f" requirement for College Preparatory Electives.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
ASTRONOMY II Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Astronomy I with a C and recommendation of teacher.
This course is a quantitative and qualitative study of the principles, processes and laws which govern the Universe.  This course includes research, laboratory and observational investigations consistent with modern astronomical research.  It is a one semester course which partially satisfies the University of California "f" requirement for College Preparatory Electives.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT OF Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
SO. CALIFORNIA (NESC) Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
NESC will provide information on the geology and specific plants and animals of the following unique environments:  First semester - 1) Mammoth and the Eastern Sierra Nevada; 2) Joshua Tree National Park; 3) The Mojave Desert; 4) Death Valley National Park.  Second semester - 1) Marine Mammals - Sea World; 2) The San Andreas Fault; 3) Yosemite National Park; 4) Grand Canyon National Park (every other year); 5) Kings River; 6) Santa Cruz Island.  For each topic a field trip is offered as an enrichment activity.  Students will be introduced to Physical Geology and basic field skills, and will also gain an appreciation for the natural world and an awareness of its limited resources.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
OCEANOGRAPHY Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: Biology or instructor's approval
Oceanography is an eclectic science that combines the sciences of biology, chemistry, physics and geology to study the world's oceans.  Oceanography explores the physical and chemical properties of seawater, marine geology, currents, waves and tides as well as marine biology, including fish and marine mammals.  A field trip aboard an oceanographic research vessel will give students first-hand experience with oceanographic instruments, research techniques and local marine life, as well as enlighten them as to possible careers in the field of oceanography.
This course may not be offered every year.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
PHYSIOLOGY Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Biology with a C or better
Human Physiology is an upper-division science elective that explores the general make-up and function of the ten systems of the human body.  This laboratory class begins with the study of the anatomical structure and function of each system and investigates the diversity of each system.  Many organs that comprise the systems are dissected and microscopically examined for an in-depth understanding.  Field trips are planned and projects are assigned based upon individual student interest.  This is an outstanding course for any student interested in the field of medicine, including dentistry, nursing and veterinary work.                                                                                        This course may not be offered evey year.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
CHEMISTRY Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Algebra and Biology
For the college-bound student, this course introduces the basic concepts of chemistry.  Extensive use of algebra to solve chemistry problems both in the lecture and in the laboratory is an important part of this course.  This advanced laboratory physical science is a necessary and important course in the preparation of students interested in pursuing a career in any science related field including engineering, nursing, medicine or any of the hundreds of science related professions.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
PHYSICS Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Algebra and Geometry
A study of the natural laws which govern and describe the physical world.  Basic algebra and geometry are used as tools to quantitatively interpret the varied areas of physics:  energy and motion; light, electricity and magnetism; atomic and nuclear physics; and relativity.  Extensive opportunities to study these phenomena in the laboratory are provided.  This course is recommended preparation for college, especially for students interested in science, engineering or premedical studies.
GRADES: 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year
 
Department of Social Studies
WORLD HISTORY/CULTURE Required (X) CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course examines major turning points in the shaping of the Modern World from the late 18th century to the present.  The year begins with an introduction to current world issues and continues with a focus on the expansion of the Western World and the growing interdependence of all people and cultures throughout the world.  Students will be encouraged to gain a better awareness of their democratic understanding, civil values, cultural understanding, and social participation during the year. 
 SH (Sheltered) sections include similar content, but use more visual methodologies to assist students with limited English. *"P" and "H" levels meet college requirements admission
GRADE: 10 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
UNITED STATES HISTORY Required (X) CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: None
The origins of our nation and the evolutionary growth of democracy are examined during the first quarter.  The remainder of this course focuses on major turning points in American history in the twentieth century as they reflect continuity and change from our nation's beginning.  Different strategies are used to examine literature, primary sources and visual materials to gain a better understanding of the United States today.                                                                                    SH (Sheltered) sections available for limited English proficient students. *"P","H", and "AP" levels meet college admission requirement.
GRADE: 11 LENGTH: 1 Year
 
ECONOMICS Required (X) CSU (X)* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is designed to help students increase their understanding of the economic problems and institutions of the nation and the world in which they live.  Economics is regarded as a social science, which will assist in the enrichment of students' understanding of the operations and institutions of economic systems.  This will be accomplished through the understanding of scarcity and its consequences, specialization and exchange, decision making, marginal analysis, the market and price as mechanism to allocate resources, the labor market, macroeconomic data, and government economic policy.                                                                                  SH (Sheltered) sections are available for limited English proficient students. *"P" and "H" levels meet college admission requirements.
GRADE: 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
GOVERNMENT Required (X) CSU (X)* Lab Fee
  Elective () UC (X)* none
PREREQUISITES: U.S. History
This course is concerned with the nature of government in general, the American political system in particular, and its development over the past 200+ years with a special focus on its workings in the last several decades.  With this foundation students can compare different systems in this everchanging world.  Students examine in detail the principle processes and institutions through which the political system functions, and the public policies which these institutions establish, preparing them to participate in civil responsibilities, community activities and voting.
*"P" and "AP" levels meet college entrance requirement.
GRADE: 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester
 
PSYCHOLOGY FOR LIVING Required () CSU () Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
This is an elective course for students of all ability levels.  First, using a basic text and supplementary materials, students are introduced to the basic concepts of human development and behavior.  Second, through discussion sessions and interactive activities, a wide variety of issues confronting young adults are explored, experiences shared, and alternatives suggested. 
This course may not be offered every semester.
GRADES: 9, 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester LINK: Social Progress
 
SOCIAL PROGRESS  Required () CSU () Lab Fee
IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY Elective (X) UC () none
PREREQUISITES: None
This course is a cross-curricular examination of social and cultural factors influencing the individual in a diverse American society.  This thematic, action-oriented approach is developed from aspects of History, Sociology, Psychology and Literature.  This course will examine minority and majority groupings as well as power and identity struggles in a pluralistic society.  Above all, the course aims to promote tolerance and appreciation for the diversity existing in our society.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Semester LINK: Psychology 
for living
 
AP EUROPEAN HISTORY Required () CSU (X) Lab Fee
  Elective (X) UC (X) none
PREREQUISITES: Successful completion of honors World History, A.P. U.S. History, or teacher recommendation.
This course will deal with varied political, intellectual and socioeconomic themes.  The course of study is designed to familiarize students with the interrelationships of this throughout the time period of High Renaissance through the 1970's.  It will include studies of the modern nation state in political and diplomatic history, and the trends in art, literature and music when dealing with the intellectual and cultural history.  Demographics and the influence of social classes, economics, and the role of industrialization will be considered.  The course will contain activities and assignments designed to build students' skills and confidence for the national examination.
GRADES: 10, 11, 12  LENGTH: 1 Year

 

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